tourist attractions
Alang Ship Breaking Yard
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Alang Ship Breaking Yard in Bhavnagar, Gujarat, is one of the world’s largest ship recycling facilities, renowned for its massive capacity and global significance in maritime dismantling. Located along the Gulf of Khambhat, Alang Ship Breaking Yard attracts ships from across the world for eco-friendly dismantling and metal recycling, contributing significantly to India’s steel industry. Visitors can witness the unique industrial landscape, with large vessels beached and dismantled through traditional, labor-intensive methods. Alang stands as a major industrial tourism attraction in Gujarat, showcasing a blend of engineering, shipbreaking techniques, and sustainable resource recovery.